1968 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 823 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | 100 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
