1995 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 294 kg more than 1961 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Wartburg |
| Model | Acclaim | 312 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
