2007 Acura TL vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 16 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
