1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 27 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
