2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2014 kg more than 1969 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
