1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (103 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 1980 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
