1976 Nissan Laurel vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Laurel | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laurel | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
