2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Corrado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |