1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 955 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Blazer | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
