2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B4000 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2430 mm |
