2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1980 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1980 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 1980 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |