2005 Acura MDX vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | MDX | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |
