1985 Audi 200 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, both 1985 Audi 200 and 1985 Chevrolet Caprice were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Audi 200 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | 200 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |