1985 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Cobra | Fusca |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |