1995 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 232 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Corrado | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2861 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
