1980 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 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 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |