2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 980 kg more than 1955 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 312 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |