2007 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caddy | Astro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
