2007 Audi S4 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S4 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |