1978 Seat 127 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 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 127. 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 (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1077 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
