1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 47 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 732 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Wartburg | Acura |
| Model | 312 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
