1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Wartburg | Acura |
| Model | 312 | MDX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 79 L |
