1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1984 Dodge Daytona is newer by 19 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), 1984 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Daytona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 175 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, 1984 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Daytona | 311 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 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 | 96 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 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 |
