2010 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1183 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.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota 4Runner | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2410 mm |
