2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
