1989 Audi 90 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 26 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 2,308 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 317 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, 1989 Audi 90 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 90 | 311 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2308 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |