1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2009 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 43 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 950 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 2009 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chrysler |
| Model | 311 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
