1984 Audi 90 vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
