1974 Volkswagen SP vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen SP weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen SP | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | SP | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
