1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 23 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 981 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.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Astro | 312 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
