2004 Vauxhall VX220 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Wartburg |
| Model | VX220 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
