1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Audi A5

To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Caprice 2010 Audi A5
Make Chevrolet Audi
Model Caprice A5
Year Released 1996 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2751 mm