1989 Audi V8 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
