2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 529 kg more than 1968 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century. 1968 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Touareg | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
