1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 98 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Corrado | 460 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
