1999 Opel Omega vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 850 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
