1980 Audi Sport vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 187 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sport | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
