2004 GMC Safari vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 39 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 833 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | GMC | Wartburg |
Model | Safari | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 36 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 81 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 43 L |