1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 42 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (103 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2010 Dodge Nitro 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. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |
