1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 730 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Caprice | 312 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |