1982 Renault 11 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 20 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | 11 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
