1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Caprice | A7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2914 mm |
