1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado

To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 1984 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Corrado has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1984 Avanti Avanti 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
Make Avanti Volkswagen
Model Avanti Corrado
Year Released 1984 1992
Engine Size 5002 cc 2859 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 202 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2480 mm