1989 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1989 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
