1989 Audi 90 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 184 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
