1992 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 207 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger 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 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Corrado | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2859 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
