2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 954 kg more than 1960 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 Xterra (334 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xterra | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1774 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
