1979 Renault 18 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Renault 18.
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, 1979 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 18 | 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 18 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
