1998 Eagle Talon vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Eagle Talon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Eagle Talon weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 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, 1998 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Eagle Talon | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Eagle | Wartburg |
Model | Talon | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |