1999 Rover 75 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 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 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
