1983 Volvo 240 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 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 767 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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 Volvo 240. 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 (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volvo 240 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 240 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
