2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 45 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1080 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Voyager | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
