1988 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Corrado | Logan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
