1964 Vauxhall Cresta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cresta | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
