1976 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 362 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1976 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1976 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
