1966 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1966 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 1 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 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Plymouth Valiant (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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.
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1966 Plymouth Valiant | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Valiant | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |