1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chevelle | Touran |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
