1995 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1983 Volvo 760 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 1983 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Corrado | 760 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2861 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
