1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 272 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Prizm | Fusca |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |