1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | New Yorker | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
