1993 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 346 kg more than 1967 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 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Passat | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Passat | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
