1995 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 607 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.
Because 1995 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 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusca | Touran |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
