1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 716 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Corrado has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Odyssey | Corrado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |