1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
