1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett.
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, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Kadett | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Kadett | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |