1972 Ford LTD vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | LTD | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
