1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 645 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Skylark | 312 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |