2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Airflite | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
