1972 Volvo 145 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 847 kg more than 1972 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Volvo 145 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2893 mm |