1994 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 14 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 175 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.
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, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scoupe | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
