1999 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1976 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 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
