1980 Audi 4000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 4000 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2893 mm |
