1994 Rover 200 vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
