1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 37 kg more than 1990 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunbird | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
