2009 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 877 kg more than 1966 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 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Grandeur | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Grandeur | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
