1999 Audi R8 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1718 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1981 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
