2002 Dodge M80 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Dodge M80 is newer by 37 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge M80 weights approximately 175 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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge M80 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
Model | M80 | 311 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |