2000 TVR Speed 12 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 7 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2000 TVR Speed 12 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 2000 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Speed 12 | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
Model | Speed 12 | Corrado |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7730 cc | 2860 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 790 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |