1989 Audi V8 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
