2001 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 236 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
