1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 789 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | Caddy |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |