2006 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 435 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Caddy | 480 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
