2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Hilux | Corrado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2480 mm |