1982 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, both 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit and 1982 Buick Century were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Century (85 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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 Buick Century (224 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. 1982 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | 1982 Buick Century | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Rabbit | Century |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2662 mm |
