1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 45 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), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 843 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Wartburg | Dodge |
Model | 312 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |