2002 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
