1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 770 kg more than 1965 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 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | 312 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
