1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chevrolet Camaro 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Camaro Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 1986 1966
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2474 cc 1285 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2430 mm


 

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