1987 Saab 9000 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1987 Saab 9000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 9000 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1966 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 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Saab 9000 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Saab | Wartburg |
Model | 9000 | 312 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |