2000 Ford Equator vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 19 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 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 398 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Equator | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1455 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2410 mm |
