1999 AC Ace vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 1999 AC Ace 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 1999 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | Corrado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |