1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 230 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Skyline (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Wartburg | Nissan |
| Model | 312 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
