1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 25 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (116 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 440 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, 1989 Volvo 740 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 740 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 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | 740 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |