1984 Ferrari 126 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 126 is newer by 5 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 1,496 cc, 1984 Ferrari 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 126 (652 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 264 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 126.
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1984 Ferrari 126 | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 126 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1455 cc |
Horse Power | 652 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 11000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |