1991 Toyota Supra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Supra. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 849 kg more than 1991 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Supra. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Supra | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
