1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 1976 Mazda RX-4 and 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda RX-4 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 1976 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda RX-4 | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-4 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |