1999 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
