2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1960 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Armada | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
