1987 Renault 21 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 21 (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault 21 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | 21 | 312 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |