2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Equinox | V8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
