1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 138 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 420 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
