1972 Lancia 2000 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 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1972 Lancia 2000. 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 Lancia 2000. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1972 Lancia 2000 has manual transmission. 1972 Lancia 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
