1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Avanti Avanti 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
Model | Avanti | Caddy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |