1977 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Celica | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
