1989 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
