1993 Volvo 440 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 440 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1963 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, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Volvo 440 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Volvo | Wartburg |
Model | 440 | 312 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |