1988 Saab 9000 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1958 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Saab | Wartburg |
| Model | 9000 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 970 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 |
