2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 41 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Trans Sport | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 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 | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
