1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 144 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quattro | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
