1993 Volvo 480 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 480 weights approximately 86 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 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 480 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volvo | Wartburg |
| Model | 480 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
