1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1990 Audi V8 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, 1990 Audi V8 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Audi V8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | V8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |