2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tacoma | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2410 mm |
