2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 886 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
