2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
