1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 196 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Because 1980 Ford Falcon 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 1980 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
