1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.

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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Audi Super 90 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model Super 90 Corvette
Year Released 1970 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1759 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 488 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.3 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 10.1:1
Top Speed 165 km/hour 276 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2810 mm


 

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