1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 275 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
