1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown Victoria | Touareg |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |