1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 17 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 430 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac 6000 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
Model | 6000 | 312 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |