1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 22 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 220 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Corsica | 312 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
