1977 Austin Maxi vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1977 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1977 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1977 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Maxi | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maxi | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
