1982 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 652 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.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Rabbit | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
