1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 19 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 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
