2006 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 660 kg more than 1955 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
Model | Grandis | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |