1992 Chrysler TC vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Chrysler TC is newer by 27 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler TC (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler TC weights approximately 516 kg more than 1965 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, 1992 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler TC | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | TC | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
