1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 40 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 585 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Cavalier | 311 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
