2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 895 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, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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, 2007 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ikon | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
