2006 Volkswagen Fox vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 22 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 133 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Fox | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fox | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
