1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 20 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 780 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.
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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (103 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fairlane | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |