1994 Nissan Presea vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Presea weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Presea | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Presea | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
