2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 404 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Golf | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
