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 355 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 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 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 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 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3002 mm |