2000 Toyota Celica vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 725 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.
Because 1995 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 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (177 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Celica | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Fusca |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |