1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1970 Holden Monaro is newer by 3 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 500 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.
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.
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1970 Holden Monaro | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Monaro | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |