1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Audi Coupe. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 36 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi Coupe. (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
