1988 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Jetta (53 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Jetta | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Jetta | 311 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 50 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
