1985 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 606 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
