1994 Rover 400 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
