1989 Nissan Terrano vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 535 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Terrano | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
