2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1888 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Fusca |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |