1981 Kia Brisa vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 307 kg more than 1981 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Kia Brisa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Kia Brisa | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Brisa | Corrado |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |