2006 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 674 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
