1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 13 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | TT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
