1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 50 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Captiva (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 835 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, 2008 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Wartburg | Holden |
| Model | 312 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
