2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 890 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 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Voyager | 311 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 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 | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
