2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 245. 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 (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | 245 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
