1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |