1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (149 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 750 kg more than 1958 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Caprice | 312 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 970 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 |
