1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 552 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Wartburg | Renault |
| Model | 312 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
