2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1980 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2410 mm |
