2006 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1030 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 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Accord | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |