1994 Volkswagen Parati 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 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 501 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Parati | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Parati | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
