2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Nubira | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nubira | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
