1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Duster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2673 mm |
