1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 968 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
