1969 Toyota 2000GT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 214 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota 2000GT | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000GT | Touran |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
