2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1542 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2412 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
