1984 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Rabbit | Navara |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |