1976 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, 2000 Volvo S70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S70 weights approximately 651 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.
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, 2000 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Rabbit | S70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
