2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1961 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 917 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1961 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Tundra | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
