1990 Toyota Supra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (218 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Supra. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Supra.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (407 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Supra | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
