1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 990 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 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Caprice | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
