2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 74 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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
