1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 327 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Newport | Touareg |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2893 mm |