1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 963 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Wartburg | Jeep |
| Model | 312 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1933 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2781 mm |
