1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Ram | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
