1995 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 1982 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Commodore weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 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, 1982 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 1982 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | 1982 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Fusca | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
