2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 813 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
