2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 433 kg more than 1965 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
Model | Liberty | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |