1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.

Because 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.

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1974 Lamborghini Urraco 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Lamborghini Volkswagen
Model Urraco Caddy
Year Released 1974 2008
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.4 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 53 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.3:1
Top Speed 205 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L