1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 562 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Challenger | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
