1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 73 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corrado | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
