1992 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 1999 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Corrado has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Rover |
| Model | Corrado | 75 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
