1991 Volvo 460 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 324 kg more than 1991 Volvo 460.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 460. (176 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Volvo 460 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 460 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
