1994 Opel Omega vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 550 kg more than 1955 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 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Omega | 311 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |