2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-150 | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |