1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Nissan Stanza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Wartburg | Nissan |
| Model | 311 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
