1988 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 656 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
