1977 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 177 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 693 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
