1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Audi 4000
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 4000.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
