1970 Audi Variant vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Variant | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
