1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 29 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Audi A4.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
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1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Caprice | A4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2808 mm |