1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 705 kg more than 1958 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Wartburg | Vauxhall |
Model | 312 | Omega |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |