2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1963 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 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2004 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Vectra | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |