1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 16 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 185 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Laurel | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Laurel | 311 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
