2003 Vauxhall Corsa vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 12 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 113 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
