1966 Checker Town vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,766 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 163 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Checker Town. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Checker | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2604 mm |
