1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 970 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (103 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
