1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 763 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Caprice | Q7 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3002 mm |