1995 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 16 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1103 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2011 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Volkswagen Fusca | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Fusca | Stavic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |