1994 Saab 900 vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1964 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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Saab | Wartburg |
| Model | 900 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
