1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1957 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 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 626 | 312 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |