2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 670 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 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontier | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
