1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 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 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Vectra | 311 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
