1976 Peugeot Peugette vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette 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 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. 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 (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot Peugette has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot Peugette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Peugeot Peugette | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | Peugette | Touareg |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |