1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 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, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Jeep CJ5 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
Model | CJ5 | 311 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |