1984 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Starion | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Starion | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2229 kg |
