1967 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Wartburg | Volvo |
Model | 312 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2774 mm |