2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1994 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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | i30 | Corrado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2861 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |