1985 Audi 90 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
