2002 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
