1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Metro and 1998 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Metro | Caddy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |