2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 47 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
