1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 490 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Hilux |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |