2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 32 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 448 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.

Because 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volkswagen Touran 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Touran Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2006 1974
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1894 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1318 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2430 mm


 

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