1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Nissan Pulsar 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Pulsar | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | Pulsar | 311 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |