2004 Volvo S60 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S60 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volvo | Wartburg |
| Model | S60 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
