2009 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
