2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
