1988 Volkswagen Quantum vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 170 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 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Quantum | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
