1987 Opel Omega vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 370 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, 1987 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Omega | 311 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
