1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (112 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 255 kg more than 1964 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 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Eagle | Wartburg |
| Model | Summit | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
