1996 Honda Today vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 20 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Today | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |