1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1969 Dodge Coronet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 400 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Coronet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Coronet | 312 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
