1968 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 758 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1968 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
