2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 814 kg more than 1980 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
