1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 794 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1987 Porsche 911 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 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
