2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Vamos (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Vamos should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vamos | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
