2001 Pontiac Aztek vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 754 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Aztek | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
| Model | Aztek | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
