2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 20 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 765 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2000 Chrysler Concorde 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. 2000 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Concorde | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
