1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | Caddy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |