1992 Toyota Supra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Supra. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Toyota Supra | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Supra | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |