1967 Porsche 912 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 143 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Porsche 912 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 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Porsche 912 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 912 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
