1990 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Volkswagen Corrado | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Corrado | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2659 mm |