1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 21 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Ascona | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Ascona | 311 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |