1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | S4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
