1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Indigo | Corrado |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2861 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |