1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 790 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Wartburg | Nissan |
| Model | 311 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
