2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 118 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | TrailBlazer | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |