1996 Nissan Terrano vs. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano | 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
