1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Suburban | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
