1989 Saab 9000 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Saab 9000 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Saab | Wartburg |
Model | 9000 | 311 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |