1969 Skoda 1202 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Skoda 1202 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1202 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
