1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 23 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) has 503 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 586 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 906 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1423 mm |