1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Caprice | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
