2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2480 mm |
