2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Tracker | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
