1964 Toyota Corona vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1964 Toyota Corona is newer by 2 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 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 120 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, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Corona | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |