1990 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, both 1990 Audi 80 and 1990 Chevrolet Caprice were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 80 | 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | 80 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |