2005 Mazda Demio vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio is newer by 9 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Demio weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1996 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 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Demio, 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 Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Demio | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Demio | Fusca |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |