1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | 240 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |