1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
