1970 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 448 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | K 70 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
