2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 750 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Tundra | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2460 mm |
