1999 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Fusca | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
