1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
