1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aspire | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Aspire | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |