1983 Chrysler Executive vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Chrysler Executive is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler Executive is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler Executive (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Executive should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler Executive weights approximately 410 kg more than 1957 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, 1983 Chrysler Executive (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler Executive will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler Executive | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Executive | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
