1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (63 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 166 kg more than 1967 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Corolla | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Corolla | 312 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
