2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
