1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (650 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 588 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (637 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 110 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 650 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
