2012 Audi R8 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 34 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 875 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 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi R8 | 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | R8 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5200 cc | 1457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1252 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2410 mm |