1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 587 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1953 Daimler Conquest has manual transmission. 1953 Daimler Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
