1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1967 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. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Custom Cruiser | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |