2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |
