1979 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
