1980 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Rabbit | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1457 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2645 mm |
