1988 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1988 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 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, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Bluebird | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Bluebird | 311 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
