2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 21 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Veyron | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
