1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 836 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. 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 1971 Chrysler Valiant. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Valiant | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2893 mm |
