2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Touareg | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2680 mm |
