1992 Ford Granada vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 500 kg more than 1960 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, 1992 Ford Granada (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Granada | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |