1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 30 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1880 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 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 43 L |
