2000 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 198 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusca | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
