1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
