1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2410 mm |
