1979 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Rabbit | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1455 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
