2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |
