1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 1982 Volvo 265 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 265 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 265 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
