1992 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Voyager (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 770 kg more than 1955 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 Voyager (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Voyager | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Voyager | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
