1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trans Am | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
