2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 535 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tacoma | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
