2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 956 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Touareg | Model F |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2240 mm |
