2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 722 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

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2005 Chevrolet Blazer 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Blazer Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2005 1970
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4292 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 102 Nm
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2430 mm