1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 47 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1682 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 312 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 117 L |
