1992 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 39 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corrado | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2859 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
