1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 556 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
Model | Avanti | Touareg |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2893 mm |