1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. Both 1979 Opel Kadett and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
