1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 444 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 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Jimmy | 311 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
