1976 Toyota Corolla vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Toyota Corolla | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |