2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 291 kg more than 1958 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
