1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Because 1999 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | MR2 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
