1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 600 kg more than 1956 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
Model | Cherokee | 311 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |