1991 Audi V8 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 241 kg more than 1991 Audi V8.
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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
