2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1967 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 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2300 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
