1972 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jeep | Touran |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
