1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
