1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado

To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 387 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990. 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 (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Innocenti 990 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
Make Innocenti Volkswagen
Model 990 Corrado
Year Released 1988 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 1982 cc
Horse Power 51 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 92.8 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1097 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2480 mm


 

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