2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 762 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freelander | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
