1997 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caddy | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
