1954 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1572 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Ford Popular 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Popular Touareg
Year Released 1954 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 3196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 310 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2890 mm


 

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