1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 446 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 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracker | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
