1970 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 637 kg more than 1970 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Avanti Avanti. 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.
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1970 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
Model | Avanti | Touareg |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2893 mm |