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 |