1991 Audi V8 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 7 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 867 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 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
