1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Firebird | 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Firebird | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |