1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 18 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 210 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
| Model | Corrado | CT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
