2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 47 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 866 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
| Model | Liberty | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
