1985 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Volkswagen Golf | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
Model | Golf | 312 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |