2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |