2004 Mazda MX vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 2004 Mazda MX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | MX | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
