1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 413 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
