2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 212 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
