1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 736 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2855 mm |
