1963 Wartburg 312 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 234 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Wartburg 312 | 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 312 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
