1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner is newer by 38 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner weights approximately 258 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Space Runner | 312 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
