1991 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corrado | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 190 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
