2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1945 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2410 mm |
