1990 Volvo 480 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 365 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 480 | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 480 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
