1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1966 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Frontier |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |