2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Dodge Stratus is newer by 45 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Stratus (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 420 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, 2003 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Stratus | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Stratus | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
