1977 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 480 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.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Rabbit | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
