2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1516 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Armada | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 43 L |
