2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Polo | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
