2009 Saturn Vue vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Saturn Vue (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Vue | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Saturn | Wartburg |
Model | Vue | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 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 Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |