1999 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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 (265 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (96 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1980 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 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
