1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 695 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | Fusca |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |