1999 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1301 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Fusca | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
