2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 17 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 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 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S2000 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
