1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 18 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-01 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
