1970 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Variant | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
