1985 Citroen C 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 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C 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 144 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
