1997 Daewoo Joyster vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,497 cc, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Joyster should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (137 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 1997 Daewoo Joyster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 1997 Daewoo Joyster has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Daewoo Joyster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Joyster | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Wartburg |
| Model | Joyster | 311 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 900 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
