2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
