2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (140 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 398 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 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
| Model | Alero | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
