1979 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100.
Because 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1979 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1979 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3380 mm |
