1976 Skoda 110 L vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1976 Skoda 110 L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Skoda 110 L (45 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Skoda 110 L should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Skoda 110 L.
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, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Skoda 110 L | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 L | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
