1992 Renault 21 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (91 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 105 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 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault 21 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | 21 | 311 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 138 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |