2005 Pontiac Aztek vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Aztek | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aztek | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
