2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 49 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 520 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Frontier | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
