1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1556 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
