2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 40 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 790 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Voyager | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
