1984 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. 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 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1984 Pontiac Phoenix has manual transmission. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix 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:
| 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Phoenix | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
