1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 860 kg more than 1955 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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Cordoba | 311 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |
