1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 368 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Bel Air | Corrado |
Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |