2007 Ford Edge vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Edge | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
