1993 Opel Frontera vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 669 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Frontera | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Frontera | 311 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
