1970 Triumph Toledo 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 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1431 kg more than 1970 Triumph Toledo. 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 Triumph Toledo. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
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1970 Triumph Toledo | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Touareg |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |