1984 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter 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 1,588 cc, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 129 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 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Sprinter | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sprinter | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1285 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |