1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 684 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Wartburg | Suzuki |
| Model | 312 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
