1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 705 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.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Freelander | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Freelander | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |