1989 Skoda Favorit vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Skoda Favorit | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Favorit | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
