1970 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1970 Audi 100 and 1970 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,440 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1970 Chevrolet Corvette (678 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm). This means 1970 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100. 1970 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1970 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 7440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
