1986 Holden Drover vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 23 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Drover (63 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Holden | Wartburg |
Model | Drover | 311 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |