1982 Toyota Cressida vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1982 Toyota Cressida is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Cressida | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Cressida | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |