1985 Renault Siete vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Siete | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
