1994 Nissan Laurel vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 510 kg more than 1965 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, 1994 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 1994 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Laurel | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laurel | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
