1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.

Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Italdesign Nazca 2009 Volkswagen Touran
Make Italdesign Volkswagen
Model Nazca Touran
Year Released 1993 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2680 mm


 

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