2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | BT-50 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |
