2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
