2004 Honda Element vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 49 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 639 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Element | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |