1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 346 kg more than 1958 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Spirit | 312 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
