1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Suburban | 311 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2460 mm |
