2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Touareg | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
