1968 Ford 17 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | 17 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
