1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang 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 133 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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 1983 Ford Mustang. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Mustang 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:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
