2000 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 672 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Vauxhall Omega | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Wartburg |
Model | Omega | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |