1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Supra | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
