1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 20 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |