1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 810 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
