2008 Volvo XC90 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo XC90 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volvo | Wartburg |
| Model | XC90 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2188 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
