2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 26 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-150 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
