2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 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 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Vectra | 312 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |