1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Commodore | 311 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
