1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 605 kg more than 1963 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 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Jeep Cherokee | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
Model | Cherokee | 312 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |