2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 18 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 398 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Primera | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Primera | Corrado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |