1977 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit

To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Volkswagen Rabbit 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Rabbit Rabbit
Year Released 1977 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2410 mm


 

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