1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett.
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, 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
