1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 18 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Corrado | S8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
