1993 Honda Legend vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 628 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Legend | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
