1980 Lancia Gamma vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 992 kg more than 1980 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Gamma has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Gamma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Gamma | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gamma | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
