1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 582 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.
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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge AVENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
| Make | Wartburg | Dodge |
| Model | 312 | AVENGER |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2064 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
