1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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 Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1985 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
