2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 228 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accent | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
