2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | DrifterX | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
