1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Escape |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |