2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 697 kg more than 1979 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
