1969 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 433 kg more than 1969 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Corsair 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 1969 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Corsair | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsair | Touareg |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 100 L |