1995 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
