2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Corrado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 473 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |