1998 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 750 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
