1991 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 899 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
