2001 Renault Avantime vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 730 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 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Avantime | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | Avantime | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |