2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 46 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 426 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, 2004 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Stratus | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
