1968 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 453 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Sport 800 | 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sport 800 | Caddy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |