1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 470 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 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
| Model | Cherokee | 311 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
