1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1986 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 365 kg more than 1965 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, 1986 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Conquest | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Conquest | 312 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
