1991 Audi V8 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 280 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 425 kg more than 1991 Audi V8.
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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2893 mm |
