1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is newer by 11 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 540 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
