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


 

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