1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 18 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 325 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Daytona | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
Model | Daytona | 311 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |