1995 Honda Today vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 856 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Today 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Today Caddy
Year Released 1995 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1566 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1810 mm