1979 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (50 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volkswagen Golf | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1093 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
