1972 Ford Custom vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 538 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom.
Because 1972 Ford Custom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Custom | Touran |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
