1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
