1991 Acura Legend vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 590 kg more than 1955 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | Legend | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
