2010 Acura RDX vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 34 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 903 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.
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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RDX | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RDX | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2410 mm |
