1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
