1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 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 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 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 (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vega | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
