1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 44 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 359 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Wartburg | Saturn |
| Model | 311 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
