1962 Wartburg 311 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 760 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Wartburg 311 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Wartburg | Vauxhall |
Model | 311 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |