1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 53 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1185 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Wartburg | Hyundai |
| Model | 312 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
