1966 Checker Town vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 536 kg more than 1966 Checker Town. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Checker Town. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Checker | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2893 mm |
