2000 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 2000 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 318 | Corrado |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |