2012 Toyota Tundra vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 527 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Tundra | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2410 mm |