1997 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1864 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fusca | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |
