1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 512 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Cutlass | Touareg |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |