1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 341 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
