1984 Audi 90 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
