1979 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 650 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Rabbit | C30 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1455 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
