1992 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 356 kg more than 1966 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 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Plymouth Acclaim | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Plymouth | Wartburg |
Model | Acclaim | 312 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 960 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 |