2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 44 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 600 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Touran | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
