1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 768 kg more than 2000 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
