2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 152 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
