1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Toyota Camry 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Camry Touareg
Year Released 1982 2006
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 2316 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2860 mm


 

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