1951 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Ford Taunus. (34 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1477 kg more than 1951 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1951 Ford Taunus | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taunus | Caddy |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |