1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. Both 1987 Audi Coupe and 1990 Volkswagen Corrado are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Corrado |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 109 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |