2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
