1984 Toyota Crown vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Crown 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 1984 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1984 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Crown | 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
