2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 14 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 103 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nubira | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
