1996 Honda Today vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 1 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Today | Fusca |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |