2005 Audi S4 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
