1978 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 807 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Granada 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 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Caddy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |