1969 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 428 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Variant | Touran |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
