1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1842 kg more than 1982 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
