2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1556 kg more than 1978 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 Express (353 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
