1991 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 350 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 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
Model | Achieva | 312 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |