2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 25 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 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 865 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.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |