1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cortina | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
