1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fairlane (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 114 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1976 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fairlane | Touran |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 13.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |