1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 732 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | Touareg |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |