1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 824 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |