1986 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 332 kg more than 2010 Audi A3.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Caprice | A3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |