1986 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1412 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911. 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 1986 Porsche 911. 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 (750 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
