1997 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1997 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Ulysse | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
