1999 Toyota Echo vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 7 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 103 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Echo | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Echo | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
