2004 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 792 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Terrano II | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | Terrano II | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |