1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 686 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedan | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2893 mm |
