1991 Audi 80 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
