1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 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 Nissan Sunny (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Sunny | 311 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
