1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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 (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfa 6 | Corrado |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2861 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |