2010 Ford F-150 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1758 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2010 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1935 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |