1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 830 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
