1985 Holden Drover vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (103 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Drover | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
