2005 Honda NSX vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 10 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 680 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.
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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Fusca |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |