2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 516 kg more than 1955 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 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
