1970 Renault 10 vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1970 Renault 10 is newer by 7 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 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Renault 10 (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Renault 10 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 45 kg more than 1970 Renault 10.
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, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 10 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
