1974 Triumph Toledo 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 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1419 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. 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 Triumph Toledo. 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) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Triumph Toledo | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Touareg |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |