1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Audi V8.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Caprice | V8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
