2007 Opel Vectra vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 625 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Vectra | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |