1997 Toyota Venture vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 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, 1997 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Venture | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
Model | Venture | 312 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1810 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |