1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 620 kg more than 1963 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Caprice | 311 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |