2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 980 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.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Fusca |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |