1991 Saab 9000 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 29 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 494 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.
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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Saab | Wartburg |
| Model | 9000 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
