2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C4 | Corrado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |