1980 Audi UR vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | UR | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
