1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 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, 1978 Opel Kadett (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Kadett | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Kadett | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |