1984 Rover Vitesse vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1984 Rover Vitesse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 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, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Rover Vitesse | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Vitesse | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |