1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1957 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Suburban | 312 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2460 mm |
