2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 991 kg more than 1962 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 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontier | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1285 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 | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
