1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 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 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 920 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Blazer | 311 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |