2010 Opel Antara vs. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 995 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Antara | 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Antara | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
