2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 387 kg more than 1974 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 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

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2005 Volkswagen Golf 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Golf Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2005 1974
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1982 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 108 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1257 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2430 mm