2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Tacoma | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 43 L |
