1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1964 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | 120 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |