1983 Chrysler Executive vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler Executive. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler Executive would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Executive. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 906 kg more than 1983 Chrysler Executive. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chrysler Executive. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler Executive.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler Executive | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Executive | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2893 mm |
