1983 Toyota Crown vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Crown | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Corrado |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |