1996 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Polo | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
