1992 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 531 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
