2003 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
