1985 Nissan Silvia vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Nissan Silvia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 281 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Silvia | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | Silvia | 312 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |