2003 Opel Omega vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 38 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 835 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.
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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (92 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Omega | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
