2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 270 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pilot | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
