2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

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2007 Nissan Patrol 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Patrol Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2007 1965
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2953 cc 1192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 156 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 40 L