1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
