1997 Dodge Avenger vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Dodge Avenger is newer by 42 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 410 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, 1997 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Avenger | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Avenger | 311 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
