1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 37 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 170 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, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 1992 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Wartburg | Volkswagen |
| Model | 312 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
