2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | YRV | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |