1995 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 780 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota 4Runner | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
