1997 Honda Legend vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 28 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 830 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.
Because 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legend | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
