1992 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 440 kg more than 1963 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Accord | 311 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 199 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |