1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 30 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 610 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | S-10 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
