1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |