1986 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. Both 1986 Audi 80 and 1992 Volkswagen Corrado are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 44 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. 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, 1986 Audi 80 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
