1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 570 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 Mercedes-Benz 200 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
