1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 16 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 735 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
| Model | Toronado | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
