1978 Volvo 260 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1978 Volvo 260 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1955 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, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Volvo 260 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Volvo | Wartburg |
Model | 260 | 312 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |