1954 Saab 94 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1954 Saab 94. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1954 Saab 94. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 658 kg more than 1954 Saab 94. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Saab 94. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Saab 94. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Saab 94.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Saab 94 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 94 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 504 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
