1987 Toyota Crown vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1987 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 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Crown | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Corrado |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2861 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |