2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1383 kg more than 1965 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 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2006 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
Model | Durango | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 43 L |