1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 918 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
