2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
