1995 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 722 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 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Fusca | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
