1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 528 kg more than 2000 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, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
