1988 Saab 9000 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 203 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9000 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
