1984 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 191 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
