1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 19 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, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Corrado | TT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
