1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 27 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 245 (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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, 1989 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 245 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 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 245 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
