2003 Honda Stream vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2003 Honda Stream is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Stream (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Stream weights approximately 465 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 Honda Stream (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Stream | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stream | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
