1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 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) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Caprice | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
