1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 41 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda R-100 | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | R-100 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |