1988 Renault 25 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 22 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 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 365 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 25 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | 25 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
