1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 45 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1192 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.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Wartburg | Hyundai |
Model | 311 | Terracan |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |