2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (441 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4669 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2410 mm |
