2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 46 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1210 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Avalanche | 311 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
