1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quattro | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
