2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 39 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 745 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.
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, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
