1979 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (200 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 90 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |