1986 Honda Legend vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 400 kg more than 1955 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Legend | 311 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
