1987 Chrysler TC vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler TC 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 101 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler TC. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 663 kg more than 1987 Chrysler TC. 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 1987 Chrysler TC. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | TC | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2893 mm |
