1974 Reliant Rebel vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1654 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Reliant Rebel | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
Model | Rebel | Touareg |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |