1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 821 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Caddy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |